Evergreen Academy® Montessori Locations in the Seattle Area Host Open Houses on July 12

Interested families are invited to explore classrooms, meet school leaders, and learn more about Evergreen Academy

Open Houses for Participating Evergreen Academy® Montessori Locations

Interested families are invited to explore classrooms, meet school leaders and learn about Evergreen Academy’s curriculum at three locations

Evergreen Academy® Montessori Locations in Wash. to Host Hiring Event

Evergreen Academy® Montessori Locations in Washington to Host On-Site Hiring Event on June 28

How Washington Students Perform On The ACT Compared To The Nation

The national scoring average is at its lowest point since 1991.

UW Medical School Bows Out Of US News Rankings

UW will cease participation in the annual medical school rankings next year, citing an undue focus on standardized scores and grades.

2,000+ Seattle Students Rally Against Gun Violence At City Hall

Students showed up outside City Hall on Monday to demand better mental health supports and gun reforms after last week's deadly shooting.

This Is The Best Private High School In Washington

According to a recent Gallup poll, only 28 percent of Americans have a high level of confidence in public schools.

Vice President Touts Electric School Bus Investments In Seattle

Washington school districts are among hundreds across the nation that will receive federal funds to electrify school bus fleets.

UW Among Best Global Universities: U.S. News

Three Washington universities made U.S. News' 2023 rankings of the best in the world, and the University of Washington cracked the top 10.

This Is The Top Ranking School District In Washington

A new report measures test scores, parent and student surveys, extracurricular activities and indicators of teacher quality.

This Is The Wealthiest School District In Washington

For students from low-income families, setbacks can be more difficult to recover from due to limited supporting resources.

Children Return To School In Seattle After Weeklong Strike

The tentative agreement includes a raise of 7% in the first year, 5.5% of which is a state-funded increase tied to inflation.

Seattle Teachers Reach Tentative Deal To Suspend Strike, Start School

While 95% of voting union members approved the strike, just 57% voted in favor of Tuesday's resolution to suspend it, the union said.

How Washington's Student Debt Crisis Compares To Other States

According to the Department of Education, federal student loans currently total $1.6 trillion.

Summit Grads Enroll in College at Highest Rates in Seattle

The schools’ Black graduates also enrolled in college at rates surpassing those of all students in nearby school districts

WA Schools Ranked Among U.S. News’ 2022-2023 Best Colleges

U.S. News & World Report has been publishing the respected guide for prospective students and families for nearly 40 years.

Free School Meals Plan Could Head To WA Legislature In 2023

A proposal from the state superintendent seeks funding for universal no-cost meals available to all Washington students by next school year.

Seattle Teachers Strike Continues With No Contract Agreement

The city said it would open recreation centers for children in kindergarten through sixth grade beginning Monday.

Seattle Teachers Prepare To Strike On 1st Day Of School

Seattle teachers will be on the picket lines Wednesday morning as negotiations continue over a new contract for the school year.

13 WA Colleges Among Top 500 In U.S.: Forbes

Forbes this week released its annual list of the best colleges in America. See which Washington schools made the cut.

Seattle Teachers May Strike If No Deal Reached Over Labor Day

Seattle teachers will use the long weekend to vote on a potential strike as contract negotiations continue in the final days before school.

UW Ranks Among Top 20 Universities In The World

The University of Washington outperformed some of the nation's top colleges in new rankings from a prestigious international firm.

Retention Bonuses Headed To King County Childcare Workers

More than 12,000 childcare workers will soon receive one-time payments for taking on more responsibilities during the pandemic.

WA Updates COVID Guidance For K-12 Schools

With the new school year approaching, state health officials Wednesday released updated guidelines for handling COVID-19 in schools.

Professor Sues University Of Washington, Alleges Free Speech Violation

A professor is suing the University Of Washington, alleging a free-speech violation in a dispute over an indigenous "land acknowledgment."

Supreme Court Sides With Praying WA Football Coach

The Supreme Court sided with a Bremerton football coach who sought to kneel and pray on the field immediately after games.

Summit Olympus Celebrates Act Six Scholarship Recipient

Senior receives Tacoma-Seattle's only full-tuition, full-need scholarship

These WA High Schools Are Among 2022’s Best: U.S. News

The annual ranking released by U.S. News and World Report evaluates schools based on graduation rates, academic performance and more.

COVID Vaccines Will Not Be Required For K-12 Students: WA Health Board

The state Board of Health voted unanimously Wednesday against mandating COVID-19 vaccines for K-12 students in the fall.

Summit Atlas Teacher Honored with Spotlight Award

Ninth-grade student nominates math teacher for Association of Washington Student Leaders' award

Seattle Public Schools Superintendent Wants Feedback From Families

Dr. Brent Jones, who had the interim tag removed from his title in March, will hold a series of Zoom calls about how students can thrive.

Seattle Students Walk Out Over Mask Mandate Removal

Dozens of students walked out of class Monday in protest of Seattle Public Schools' decision to remove mandatory masking rules this month.

State Superintendent Lauds 'Critical' Investments From WA Leg

State Superintendent Chris Reykdal is celebrating new funding for seismic retrofitting and expanded access to free school meals.

Seattle Schools Shift To Optional Masking Policy Monday

With statewide masking requirements expiring this weekend, Seattle schools will make masks optional for all starting March 14.

Bill To Create State-Run Student Loan Fund Passes WA House

If the bill clears the Senate, it would create a new student loan option for college students, with interest rates capped at 1 percent.

WA State Superintendent Ready To Remove Student Mask Mandate

State Superintendent Chris Reykdal says schools are ready for the statewide mask mandate to end. State leaders, however, are not as sure.

Seattle Special Election Results: School Levies See Firm Support

Several King County school districts had levies on the ballot this month, and election night offered the first glimpse at how they fared.

UW Plans For Return To Campus At The End Of January

The University of Washington cited an "improving public health situation" in allowing for the return of most in-person classes on Jan. 31.

Washington Wins $45M In Student Loan Debt Lawsuit

Included in the winnings is $35 million in debt relief for 1,400 Washingtonians.

SPU Moves Classes Online For First Week Of Winter Quarter

Seattle Pacific University has become the latest Pacific Northwest school to temporarily shift to remote learning as COVID-19 cases rise.